Description

Decahydro-1,4-Ethanonaphthalene is a saturated, bicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique bridged structure, offering a high degree of chemical stability and a defined molecular framework. This compound serves as a valuable specialty intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries who require precise and reliable synthetic precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key scaffold in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel pesticides and herbicides with specific steric properties.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing musky or woody aroma chemicals due to its saturated hydrocarbon backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct intricate polycyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier for creating specialized polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Utilized in the design of novel ligand systems for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decahydro-1,4-Ethanonaphthalene
CAS No.	703-34-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₀
Molecular Weight	164.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Ethanodecahydronaphthalene; Bicyclo[4.4.0]decane, 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-decahydro-; 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Decahydro-1,4-ethanonaphthalene; 1,4-Ethano-decahydro-naphthalin; Perhydro-1,4-ethanonaphthalene
EINECS	211-868-1

Quality Control

Our Decahydro-1,4-Ethanonaphthalene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research and manufacturing standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.